FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION GIDAN MADI ACT

What Is This Policy?

An Act establishing a Federal College of Education in Gidan Madi, Tangaza Local Government Area, Sokoto State, to enhance teacher training in the North West zone.

Who Does It Target?

Prospective teachers and educators in Sokoto State and the North West geo-political zone.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Expand teacher education infrastructure in the North West, improve educational quality, and reduce the deficit of trained teachers in the region.

Key Features

Comprehensive Training: Courses in technology, applied science, commerce, arts, social sciences, and humanities NCE Programme: Awards Nigeria Certificate in Education Community Development: Supports educational development in underserved communities Federal Oversight: Governed by NCCE standards and federal regulations

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Operational; commenced academic activities Coverage: Gidan Madi, Tangaza Local Government Area, Sokoto State Funding: Federal Government through NCCE

How to Access

Apply through JAMB. Meet admission criteria established by the college and NCCE. JAMB Registration O-Level credits in relevant subjects NCCE admission standards

Impact & Metrics

Addresses the critical shortage of qualified teachers in the North West zone as part of the federal government's education expansion initiative.

Official Resources

Website: N/A (Contact Federal Ministry of Education)

Legal Framework

Enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The College operates under the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) Act and minimum standards framework. Funded through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (Establishment, Etc.) Act 2011 and federal education budget. Aligns with the National Policy on Education and the National Teacher Education Policy.